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Updated January 10, 2024·
If budget is a major concern, the KZ ZSN Pro with a microphone is a more affordable choice and suitable for casual listening and hands-free calls. The Philips Fidelio X2HR, on the other hand, would offer a more premium audio experience with a broader soundstage, which is better for home listening and critical audio experiences. Additionally, consider where you'll use them: If you're on the move often, the KZ's in-ear design offers portability and noise isolation, while the Philips' over-ear design is less portable and more suited for comfortable home use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic)
- Very good for gaming
Advantages of the Philips Fidelio X2HR
- Excellent for music
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.7
9.3
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is excellent for music, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is good.
Gaming
8.0
7.0
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is very good for gaming, while the Philips Fidelio X2HR is good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.9
7.9
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
TV and Video
7.4
8.8
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is very good for TV and video, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is good.
Noise Reduction
5.3
2.5
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and Philips Fidelio X2HR are both poor for noise reduction, though the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is somewhat better.
Cost
$24
$148
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The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) has a price of $24 and the Philips Fidelio X2HR costs $148.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
5.1
5.0
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and Philips Fidelio X2HR are both poor for phone calls.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and Philips Fidelio X2HR both have excellent build quality.
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How the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and the Philips Fidelio X2HR compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) | Philips Fidelio X2HR |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$24 | $148 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | KZ | Philips | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2019 | September 1, 2014 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.5/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.5/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 7 Grams | 390 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | In-Line | N/A | |
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PrimeAudio
David Becker | 2019
"Undoubtedly the focus and the star of the show, the ZSN Pro’s bass is big, bold and bangin’. The amount of gusto in the low end should satisfy anyone who likes a large lick of bass and even certified bassheads will probably get a kick out of this."
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Liquid Audio
Stefan | May 2022
"This piece is a fantastic option for music lovers searching for premium sound and a snug fit. You should get these headphones if you care about sound quality and want to hear music in a new light. This technology is a great option for high-quality headphones with superb sound reproduction."
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About Philips
Philips is a Dutch conglomerate and electronics manufacturer with over 130 years of history. Philips makes the Fidelio audio line which includes several models of full-sized wired and wireless headphones, true wireless earbuds. soundbars and wireless speakers.
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